Education

Would you like to continue your education, complete your High School Equivalency (HSE) exam or learn a new skill?

Continuing your education can help you get back to work or switch careers. Having a high school diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma can help you get started. MDwise will give eligible MDwise members a voucher to take the High School Equivalency (HSE) exam for free. Members will be able to retake the exam up to three times at no additional cost. Learning specialized skills, earning a career certificate and professional development will help set you apart and get the job you want.

We can help connect you with community organizations near you that can help. In the table below you will find organizations in your area that can help with your high school equivalency diploma, career training, job training and more.

MDwise promotes and participates in events around the state to help members understand their MDwise health plan and benefits. At these events, members of our outreach team can answer any questions you may have including questions about education. To find MDwise events happening near you, visit our events calendar.

Statewide

The Indiana HSE (High School Equivalency) is an alternative for earning a high school diploma. Your HSE Diploma can be earned after completing a test based on five subject areas (math, reading, writing, science and social studies). The skills you are taught and eventually tested on are at the same level as those of graduating high school seniors.

The mission of the Center for Leadership Development is to foster the advancement of minority youth in Central Indiana as future professional, business and community leaders by providing experiences that encourage personal development and educational attainment.

The mission of the Edna Martin Christian Center is to bridge cultural, racial, and economic differences to support and nurture the people in the community by providing holistic programs that empower, encourage, and engender a vision of hope.

Adults can earn a High School Equivalency Diploma, Prepare for College, Explore Career Trainings and Pathways, Strengthen Basic Skills. Main site is at Northview Middle School (there are additional sites available)

In partnership with the Vigo County School Corporation, the VCPL LifeLong Learning Center (LLC) is a site for High School Equivalency, English as a Second Language (ESL) and Life Skill classes. LLC provides computer access and technology training for High School Equivalency students as well as a collection of materials for High School Equivalency students or independent learners.

The Department of Continuing Education and Neighborhood Connection provides an educational outreach to the residents of Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. Our goal is provide current, affordable, high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enable our residents to take advantage of our facilities.

For adults who want to improve their basic literacy skills. This includes grammar, math, spelling, computer, reading comprehension and a variety of other needed skills. Instruction methods include one to one, small groups and computer assisted education.

River Valley Resources' Adult Education programs provide free math, reading and writing instruction to help adults acquire the skills needed to earn a high school equivalency diploma, go to college or enter an entry-level occupational certification program.

A wide range of noncredit programs for adults, working professionals and kids are available through USI Outreach and Engagement. Lifelong Learning courses are open to anyone in the community regardless of educational background

The University of Evansville’s Center for Adult Education offers several different programs to fit the needs of working adults. Whether you are looking to finish a degree, advance your career or polish a professional skill, we will be there to assist you in achieving that goal.